ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-METZ2-0005 · ATLAS 251

De-automatization

Interruption of habitual perception and language so that form and object become noticeable again.

Explanation

Interruption of habitual perception and language so that form and object become noticeable again. Returns visibility to what habit had concealed.

Example

Do not merely pass through language; pause for a moment at every word.

Counterexample

Read the text carefully.

Distinction

Unlike deviation alone, de-automatization is defined by renewed perception, not rule-breaking itself.

Effect on thought and perception

Returns visibility to what habit had concealed.

Resonance

A familiar path suddenly becomes landscape again.

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Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „De-automatization“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-METZ2-0005. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-METZ2-0005

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